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versão On-line ISSN 2312-7198
versão impressa ISSN 0037-8054
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RANIGA, Tanusha e NGCOBO, Nolwazi. Economic experiences of single mothers in Bhambayi, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa. Social work (Stellenbosch. Online) [online]. 2014, vol.50, n.4, pp.516-528. ISSN 2312-7198. http://dx.doi.org/10.15270/50-4-389.
Women living in low-income communities often initiate livelihood activities as a means to support themselves and their families. Even though these small-scale livelihood activities supplement the household income, they are insufficient to lift single mothers out of poverty. This study explores the economic experiences of 25 single mothers who embarked on individual livelihood activities. Using feminist theory, the paper presents their biographical profile and discusses two key themes, namely institutional barriers leading to economic insecurities, and the strengths and limitations of social networks. The paper concludes with some considerations for harnessing the valuable contributions made by single mothers.